Dublin to Manchester flights

Direct Dublin to Manchester flights take about 1 hour 8 minutes to cross the Irish Sea.

Aer Lingus, Ryanair and Ryanair UK operate the route year-round, with around 99 departures a week.

The cheapest tickets start from £12.

Dublin Airport sits roughly six miles north of the city centre and serves as a major international hub. If you are flying with Ryanair, you will usually head to Terminal 1, while Aer Lingus flights to Manchester operate from Terminal 2. Both buildings provide free unlimited WiFi, plus plenty of restaurants and shops to browse before your gate opens. To get there from the city centre, the 24-hour Dublin Express bus (routes 782 and 784) or the Aircoach links take about 40 minutes. Taxis are always available, and local Dublin Bus routes 16 and 41 offer a slower but cheaper alternative.

When your flights to Manchester from DUB land at Manchester Airport, you have several quick transport options to reach the city centre. The airport railway station provides direct rail connections to Manchester Piccadilly station, with journeys taking just 20 minutes. Additionally, the Metrolink tram network operates a stop close to the airport terminals, offering direct links to Manchester Victoria.

Buses and taxis are also available directly outside the terminal buildings for a flexible journey into town.

Manchester is defined by its music, industry and sport. Football fans can tour Old Trafford or visit the National Football Museum in the centre, while the Museum of Science and Industry covers the city's heritage.

For independent shops and bars, head to the Northern Quarter, or try the waterfront district of Spinningfields for high-end dining. The massive Trafford Centre is also a short bus or tram ride away.

Winter visitors can explore the Christmas Markets in Exchange Square during December, while New Year’s Eve outdoor celebrations usually centre on the Castlefield Bowl.